Definition
谋利 means 'to seek profit' or 'to pursue gain' — it's a formal verb often used in business, legal, or political contexts. Unlike 赚钱 (to earn money), 谋利 carries a strategic or calculated tone, sometimes with a negative connotation of profiteering or exploiting a situation. You'll see it in phrases like 谋取利益 (to seek benefits) or 以权谋私 (to abuse power for personal gain).
v
to seek profitto pursue gain (often with a strategic or calculated tone)
Examples
- 谋利。Zhè jiā gōngsī bù zé shǒuduàn de móu lì.This company seeks profit by any means.
- 谋利。Tā lìyòng zhíquán wèi zìjǐ móu lì.He used his official position to seek personal gain.
- 谋利，。Shāngrén yīngdāng héfǎ móu lì, ér bú shì qīzhà xiāofèizhě.Businesspeople should pursue profit legally, not cheat consumers.
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